Location: Slough (initially), moving to Reading
Contract Rate: Up to £560 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract: 12 Months
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Procurement Lead to oversee procurement operations for large-scale investment projects, valued between £5 million and £500 million, within the pharmaceutical/biotech sector. The role involves end-to-end commercial ownership of goods and services procurement during the construction of manufacturing, laboratory, and office facilities.
This is a strategic and hands-on position that will play a crucial role in project delivery at our Slough site, transitioning to Reading as the project evolves.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement Procurement Execution Strategies for assigned CAPEX projects.
- Lead procurement and contract management activities for goods such as process equipment, lab supplies, utilities systems, and automation components.
- Oversee procurement of services including construction, HVAC, electrical, cleanroom fit-out, and engineering consultancy.
- Maintain and manage the Procurement Master Plan (PMP), ensuring effective tracking, risk identification, and reporting.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (engineering, quality, finance, legal) and external partners (suppliers, EPCM/EPC firms).
Essential Requirements
- 10 years’ experience in procurement for large CAPEX projects, ideally in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
- Proven background in plant/facility construction procurement.
- Strong commercial acumen and contract management expertise.
- Fluent in English; German language skills a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in matrix and cross-functional environments.
- Engineering or technical background (Process, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical) is advantageous.
Why Join?
- Be part of a high-impact pharmaceutical infrastructure project
- Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with top-tier professionals
- Long-term contract with competitive rates
- Contribute to building state-of-the-art manufacturing and R&D facilities
Apply Now
If you have significant CAPEX procurement experience in a regulated environment and are ready to take on a major project with global impact, we want to hear from you.
